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• Operate the brushcutter in such a manner as to avoid in-
halation of the exhaust gases. Do not start or operate the
brushcutter in closed rooms (risk of gas poisoning). Carbon
monoxide is an odorless gas; breathing exhaust fumes can
kill. Work only in well-ventilated places.
• When taking a break or leaving the brushcutter unattended,
turn off the engine, make sure the cutting attachment has
stopped and set the brushcutter down in such a way that
there is no risk of injury to yourself or others.
• Never put the hot brushcutter onto dry grass or onto any
combustible materials.
• Shut off the engine during transport or when moving on to a
new location.
• Never operate the brushcutter with a faulty exhaust muff-
ler.
Kickback (blade thrust)
When operating the brushcutter, uncontrolled
kickback may occur. This is the case whenever the
cutting tool (
4-tooth star blade
) comes into contact
with solid objects such as tree stumps, fence posts,
trees, solid brushwood or large stones.
In such situations, the brushcutter will be thrown
to one side at high speed and with great force
(high risk of injury).
To avoid kickbacks, observe the following:
• Clear the cutting area of any foreign objects and pay attention
to any existing planted areas and other objects.
• The cutting tool must be turning at full speed before you
begin to cut.
• An increased risk of injury exists in the darkly marked area
and especially when metal cutting tools are being used!
Working behavior and working techniques
• Before commencing cutting, the cutting tool must have rea-
ched full working speed
• Use the brushcutter only in good light and visibility. During
the winter season beware of slippery or wet areas, ice and
snow (risk of slipping). Always ensure a safe footing.
• Never cut above your shoulder height.
• Never stand on a ladder and run the brushcutter.
• Never climb up into trees to perform cutting operations with
the brushcutter.
• Never work on unstable surfaces.
Make sure the cutting area is free of foreign ob-
jects such as stones and metal items. Foreign
particles can rebound (danger of injury!), damage
the cutting tool and cause dangerous kickbacks
(see last section).
• Work break
• Transport
• Refueling
• Maintenance
• Tool replacement
